Electronics Engineering Technician, Advanced Projects
Job Location:
Job Location:
San Diego, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 28 - 44
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
Yesterday
Posted on:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Who We Are
At Firestorm were on a mission to revolutionize how defense solutions are designed and delivered. Our goal is to empower U.S. ally nations to effectively deter aggressorsregardless of their defense budgetthrough innovative cost-efficient technologies. We call this vision democratized a VC-backed company at the intersection of defense and Silicon Valley were pioneering the development of mission-adaptable aerial vehicles that put power back into the hands of operators. By prioritizing operator effectiveness were pioneering a new era of aerial vehicle design. We aim to upend the traditional defense procurement model by delivering world-class capabilities at a fraction of the usual us at Firestorm as we redefine defense procurement making cutting-edge technology accessible to all at a fraction of the cost.
About the Role
Firestorm Labs is on a mission to redefine how autonomous systems are built deployed and scaled faster smarter and at the edge of possibility. As an Electronics Engineering Technician you wont just be building boards and testing circuits youll be enabling the rapid development of the worlds next-generation autonomous defense platforms.
In this hands-on high-impact role youll partner closely with engineers fabricators and manufacturing teams to bring advanced electronics systems from prototype to production. Whether its assembling a critical control module debugging a flight system or optimizing our build processes your contributions will directly shape the performance and reliability of mission-critical is a role for a doer; someone who thrives on the manufacturing floor and in the lab solves problems under pressure and takes pride in precision.
If you have previous experience as a hands-on technician with strong experience in electronics assembly test and diagnostics thrives in a fast-paced high-mix environment and enjoys collaborating across disciplines to bring cutting-edge products to we want you on the Firestorm team.
What Youll Do
- Build rework and test complex electronic assemblies including PCBAs wire harnesses and control units in support of production and engineering.
- Perform visual and functional inspections troubleshooting and root cause analysis of electronics components and systems down to the component level.
- Support first-article builds and document new procedures and build/test results for transitioning products from prototype to production.
- Assist in the design fabrication and documentation of test harnesses jigs fixtures and automated test systems.
- Conduct functional and environmental tests using oscilloscopes multimeters power supplies DAQs and other instrumentation.
- Supports maintenance repairs and installation ofvarious types of electronic equipment and related devices such as electronic transmitting and receiving equipment micro and mainframe computers and industrial measuring controlling and calibration devices.
- Execute incoming inspection and quality control checks; identify and resolve non-conformance issues.
- Support production and engineering teams with technical feedback design changes and failure analysis.
- Manage and track calibration preventative maintenance and repair of test equipment and lab instrumentation.
- Maintain a clean organized and ESD-compliant electronics lab and work environment.
- Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all work performed
- Contribute to Continuous Improvement (CI) efforts for performance yield and manufacturability.
- Demonstrate an understanding of engineering terminology and be able to work well in a technically diverse team environment.
- Perform a variety of non-routine tasks and demonstrate considerable knowledge of avionics and electronic procedures and principles
- Comfortable working with hazardous materials under safety-controlled conditions.
- Perform other job duties as needed
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing test or R&D environments.
- U.S. Citizenship required due to ITAR regulations & the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.
- Experience with hand soldering (TH and SMT) PCB rework and wire harness fabrication.
- Experience reading and interpreting schematics layout files BOMs technical orders and/or mechanical drawings.
- Experience using electronic test equipment hand & soldering tools voltage and/or amperage measuring and recording devices
- Experience troubleshooting with oscilloscopes multimeters power supplies function generators and/or related test equipment.
- Experience with IPC standards (IPC-A-610 IPC-A-620 and/or J-STD-001).
- Experience with electrical safety ESD best practices and proper use of PPE in a lab/manufacturing environment.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word Outlook PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications
- Associates or Bachelors degree in engineering or a related field
- Experience working in the defense or aerospace industry
- IPC/J-STD certifications (IPC-7711/7721 A-610 A-620)
- Experience in prototype development low-rate initial production (LRIP) and transitioning designs to high-volume builds
- Familiarity with test automation data acquisition and sensor instrumentation.
- Understanding of EMI/EMC high-voltage or high-power testing environments.
- Experience with ERP systems and test documentation software (e.g. JIRA Confluence MES).
- Experience supporting design-for-manufacturing (DFM) or design-for-test (DFT) initiatives.
- Experience with Continuous Improvement (CI) tools and methodologies-Lean Six Sigma ACE CORE or equivalent
Work Environment
- Based at our Headquarters in San Diego CA.
- This role requires a daily on-site presence.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 and wear appropriate PPE as required.
- Extended periods of standing bench work or seated computer use is a physical requirement for this role.
- PPE is provided; adherence to ESD protection all safety protocols and environmental controls is mandatory.
- Occasional travel (up to 10%) may be required
Compensation
US Hourly Range: $28 - $44 USD
The posted salary range reflects an estimate based on a variety of compensation factors including but not limited to relevant experience education certifications specialized skills geographic location and business needs. Actual compensation may vary and this range is subject to change as our compensation structure or market conditions evolve.
Benefits & Perks
Our culture fosters collaboration respect and trust empowering passionate people to do their best work. We offer a competitive salary comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career addition to an opportunity to take part in an innovative collaborative and fast-growing business with a highly motivated and skilled team we also take pride in taking care of our employees. Here are just a few ways that we show our appreciation:
- We offer comprehensive medical dental and visions plans
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan to invest in your long-term retirement goals
- Equity grants for new hires
- Unlimited PTO
- Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in November & December.
- Generous Parental Leave
- Lifestyle Spending Account
- FSA
- DCFSA
- HSA
- Hospital Indemnity insurance
- Critical Illness insurance
- Accident insurance
- Basic Life/AD&D short-term and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your family.
- Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy and more. Additional work-life services such as free legal and financial support are available to you as well.
Export Control Compliance
To conform to U.S. government export control regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) you must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or otherwise eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Firestorm is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and upholding equitable hiring practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic under federal state or local law including those with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities women Veterans and those with disabilities to apply and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process.
Firestorm is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. If you require accommodations or assistance during the application process please dont hesitate to reach out to us atso we can provide the support you need.
Required Experience:
IC
